Hope Is A Rising Tide
At City of Hope, hope is never static. It rises through leading-edge innovation,
world-renowned care, and the collective strength of a community united in purpose.
Hope lifts everyone — and everything — upward. Like a rising tide, it carries us toward new horizons, where each
new sunrise brings fresh discoveries and groundbreaking progress in the fight against cancer.
In partnership with Lido Marina Village, City of Hope has transformed the parking structure into a large-scale outdoor gallery featuring commissioned, site-specific works by Southern California artists. United by a shared theme, the installation reimagines a familiar space as something meaningful. As the first and last touchpoint for more than one million visitors each year, the structure now carries more than arrivals and departures. It carries a story rooted in momentum, resilience, and community strength.
Just as a rising tide gains strength with each swell, every floor builds on the one below it, celebrating the people,
discoveries, and courage that make City of Hope extraordinary.
Four Levels. One Rising Story.
Across four levels, the murals reflect the forces that drive progress in the fight against cancer.
A tribute to the groundbreaking research and discoveries happening every day at City of Hope — one of the nation’s leading institutions devoted exclusively to cancer.
An expression of the physicians, nurses, and specialists whose singular focus gives patients confidence in the fight.
A celebration of the survivors whose courage inspires everything we do, and to the remarkable community of supporters, donors, families and friends who walked every step of that journey with them.
No roof, no ceiling — up here on top of the world, the sky is cast open with renewed possibility and hope for a cancer-free future. We celebrate brighter horizons for all, from this ocean to the opposite side of the world.
Expressions of Hope
This is more than art. It’s a living symbol of hope, affirming resilience, unity and a future bright with possibility.
@theartofchase
The Art of Chase is known for psychedelic, large-scale murals that bring moments of joyful disruption to everyday life. After relocating from Belgium to Los Angeles in the 1990s, he developed a visual language blending bold graphics with uplifting text. Guided by the mantra “Where there’s a wall, there’s a way,” his work spans more than 550 murals worldwide, creating dialogue between people, communities and place.
@rfx.one
RFX1 is a California-based artist whose work blends cultural identity and spiritual exploration, shaped by his San Fernando Valley roots and Korean heritage. Working in what he calls Visionary Pop Art, he draws from astrology, numerology and cosmology to create vibrant, reflective compositions. Spanning mixed media and murals across Southern California, his work connects culture, place and shared meaning.
@buckleynow
Buckley’s multidisciplinary practice reads like an anthropological study of a near-future society shaped by collaboration and shared humanity. Based in Los Angeles, her work explores interconnectivity across personal and collective experiences, asking how we relate to one another and ourselves. Through public works created with architects and cultural institutions, she invites reflection and imagines a more connected, compassionate world.
@carolinegeys
Belgian-born and based in Los Angeles’ Arts District, Caroline Geys is a multidisciplinary artist working across muralism, installation and fine art. Her practice explores optimism, color and the relationship between natural and built environments, often drawing on topography, nostalgia and architectural form. Working across mediums, she brings momentum to her compositions, creating layered landscapes shaped by memory and possibility.
@davidfloresart
David Flores is an internationally recognized contemporary artist and native Californian known for his signature stained-glass aesthetic, where bold linework and refined geometry shape striking portraiture. His work spans murals, fine art and high-profile collaborations, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern iconography. Rooted in cultural narrative and precision, his compositions bring structure, clarity and lasting visual impact.
A Native Hawaiian artist from Hilo, Hawai'i, Aaron Kai has built a globally recognized practice centered on his signature wave motif, inspired by a lifelong connection to the ocean. Now based in Los Angeles, his work spans more than 80 murals worldwide and includes collaborations with leading brands. As a father and community advocate, he engages youth through art. His work reflects movement, continuity and shared energy.
@kimsielbeck
Kim Sielbeck is an illustrator whose work spans packaging, apparel, editorial and murals worldwide. Known for a bold, colorful and light-hearted style, her practice is rooted in joy and emotional connection. Based in Las Vegas, her work has deepened following a recent stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis, which she continues to process through painting. Her voice brings a personal expression of resilience, optimism and creative strength.
@bumblebeelovesyou
Born and raised in Los Angeles, bumblebeelovesyou creates work rooted in playfulness, nostalgia and the enduring spirit of childhood. Through site-specific imagery and whimsical compositions, his practice invites viewers to reconnect with a sense of wonder, if only for a moment. His work often serves as a gentle reminder of simplicity, imagination and joy. Within this project, his perspective offers a lightness that balances reflection with delight.
@msyellowart
A self-taught Mexican-American muralist, teaching artist and curator, Ms.Yellow (Nuria Ortiz) is rooted in Carson, California, where her work reflects a deep connection to community and cultural expression. For over 17 years, she has partnered with schools, galleries and organizations to create murals, develop arts programming and mentor youth. Her practice explores culture, identity and healing through a lens of empowerment and care.
@zaoone
Damin Lujan, known as Zaoone, is an Orange County-based muralist recognized for vibrant color and an uplifting visual language. Originally from Los Angeles, he has created large-scale murals for cities, universities, businesses and private spaces. His work is rooted in the belief that art can transform environments and elevate everyday experience, bringing warmth, positivity and emotional openness.
@clairevoyantart
Claire Pedroza is a multidisciplinary artist based in Orange County, known for bold, high-impact work that blends elements of nature and whimsy with striking design. She transforms client ideas and brand identities into story-driven statement pieces, drawing on hand-lettered sign painting and traditional techniques. In addition to her studio practice, Claire teaches elementary art and dance enrichment classes, sharing her creativity with the next generation.
Bringing Hope Into the Community
City of Hope is proud to partner with Lido Marina Village to bring this experience to life. Together, we’ve transformed this space into something deeply meaningful — a place that reflects the strength of our patients, the compassion of our care teams and the momentum of progress in cancer care. It’s a way of bringing our mission into the community, honoring every journey and inviting others to be part of the hope that continues to rise.
